2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1997 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Vectra. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 1997 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
